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Premios y reconocimientos

Le sugerimos

Mejor barrio de compras

Al Faisaliah Mall

The latest fashion trends from Milan, Paris, London and New York all arrive at this stylish mall. Olaya; (966-1) 273-4444.

Mejor restaurante clásico

Al Najdiyah Village

Fantastic Arabic cuisine is presented in a historic neighborhood, where you’ll see incredible artifacts along the way to dinner. Al Takhasusi St.; (966-1) 464-6530.

¿Qué comprar?

Gadgets

There’s no sales tax in Saudi Arabia, making it a great place to buy everything from cameras to headphones.

Mejor excursión de un día

Haraj (Bin Gassem)

This grand flea market sells both antique and new Arab handicrafts, carpets, clothes and even cars in white Bedouin-style tents east of the city.

Mejor barrio para caminar

King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Park

A true oasis in the desert, this park is filled with trees and burbling fountains—a great spot to cool off on a hot day. kasp.kfupm.edu.sa.

Mejor vista panorámica

Kingdom Centre Tower

See the best view of Riyadh from the tallest skyscraper in the country. King Fahad Rd.; (966-1) 211-2222; www.kingdomcentre.com.sa.

Mejor misterio de cultura

Old Dir’aiyah

The fortress of the ruling Al Saud family since 1466 is currently being restored, but is still open to visitors. Thumeiry Street Center; (966-1) 402-9500.

Que evitar

Partying and Night Life

Alcohol is prohibited in Saudi Arabia, and men and women don’t go out together alone if they aren’t married or related. Learn the customs and rules before you arrive.

Mejor centro comercial

Riyadh Gallery

Spectacular shopping, an artificial lake, restaurants and an amusement park for kids make Riyadh Gallery a major attraction for families. King Fahad St., Intersection of Emam Muhammad bin Soud St.; www.riyadhgallery.com.

Mejor actividad/excursión

Sweets Land

One of the most visited theme parks in the city, Sweets Land has two lakes, cabins with private swimming pools, performing arts shows in the summer and a children’s fun park. Al-Thumama St.; Ar-Rimal District.